Police Practices

Police have the vital and difficult job of protecting public safety. Performing this job effectively does not require sacrificing civil liberties. All Pennsylvania police agencies--from the state patrol to city police forces--need to respect the rights of individuals while enforcing the law. And when allegations of misconduct arise, there must be policies and mechanisms to hold police accountable for their actions.

Legal Cases

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for correspondence between local law enforcement agencies in Pennsylvania and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) about participation in the 287(g) program

Amicus brief arguing that the federal district court should not reissue its own ruling in a criminal case omitting references to racial bias and the credibility of a Pennsylvania State Police trooper, as requested by the Department of Justice.